One of the pumps used in the industry is the slurry pump, which is used to transfer mineral fluids in high volumes. In a slurry pump, centrifugal force is used to move two-phase compounds including solids and fluids (slurry mixture). This type of industrial pump is produced in various ranges and can be used in various industries such as sand mines, coal mines and power plants. In general, slurry pumps are divided into two categories, centrifugal and peristatic, based on performance, the most common type of which is the centrifugal slurry pump, which is widely used in the industry.
Getting to know the slurry pump
In response to the question “What is a slurry pump?” It can be said that in general, different types of pumps are used for slurry pumping, such as positive displacement pumps and mentoring suction. But the most common pump used to move the slurry compounds is the centrifugal pump that uses the centrifugal force produced by the rotating propeller or impeller to move the slurry mineral fluids. But the remarkable thing about the centrifugal slurry pump is the design and construction of this pump model, which is different from other normal centrifugal pumps and is completely specific for pumping materials with high concentration.
This type of centrifugal pumps can be used after the salt sand machine to move liquids containing sand particles in sand production lines. In the following, we will fully examine the mechanism, types and important uses of slurry pumps.
What is slurry?
In answer to this question, we must say that this model of industrial pumps is called slurry because of the ability to move slurry or the combination of two phases including water and solid particles. In general, there are two types of slar compounds (two phases) which include the following:
Saturated slurry composition
Saturated slurry, which is also called heterogeneous slurry, contains rough and abrasive particles that have high abrasive properties.
Unsaturated slurry composition
This composition contains very fine particles that are uniformly dispersed in the fluid and have low wear properties. The important thing about unsaturated slurries is that despite the softness and uniform dispersion inside the fluid, they often do not behave the same as normal fluids.
Slurry pump technical specifications
Since the slurry pump is an enhanced version of the normal centrifugal pump, the material used in the construction of its inner and cover parts also has higher strength and strength. These pumps consist of various parts such as pump shell, impeller, shaft, bearing housing and sealing housing, which are all replaceable. Metal alloys such as chrome and manganese or anti-wear plastic and cast iron are usually used in the construction of the centrifugal slurry pump body, all of which have high resistance. Also, the impeller of the slurry pump is made of metal or rubber and has good strength against wear by solid particles.
Let’s know the application of slurry pump in the industry
Slurry pumps are among the most advanced pumps used in the industry, which are used to transfer fluids and solid particles. Among the most important uses of slurry pumps, the following can be mentioned:
- Transport of minerals
- Transportation of minerals
- Boiler feed
- Used for dredging
- Use in fertilizer factories
- Used in the drilling industry
- Disposal of fossil fuel residues in the power plant
- Use in water desalination and RO purification devices
- Use in air conditioning and heating systems
- Transfer of slurry and fluid containing silica in tile and ceramic production industries
- Use in the oil industry, agriculture, firefighting, paper production, water and sewage, etc.
Among other important uses of slurry pumps, it can be mentioned that they are used in sand processing lines in order to transfer the flow of water containing fine stone particles. In this way, by placing the slurry pump before the thickener device, the water flow required by this type of purification device can be provided.
Introduction of centrifugal slurry pump components
Despite the wide range of dimensions and specifications of slurry pumps available in the market, the main parts of slurry pumps that are common to all slurry pumps can be considered as follows:
- Pump shell
- butterfly
- shaft
- bearing housing
- Sealing chamber
Getting to know the types of slurry pumps
In the following, we will examine some of the most common types of slurry pumps available in the market, which can be used depending on the field of work.
Warman design horizontal pump
The Warman design horizontal pump is one of the types of slurry pumps widely used in various industries, which is usually used to transfer slurry compounds with special physical, chemical and wear characteristics. The internal parts used in the construction of this horizontal slurry pump are resistant to all types of corrosion and wear and are usually covered with special materials such as natural rubber, polyurethane, synthetic elastomers and amorphous materials (glass and basalt).
Vertical pump
Gulkash vertical pump is produced in two types of closed and semi-open impellers and can be used to move thick fluids with coarse particles. This vertical slurry pump model is used as a pendant, and for this reason, it is suitable for all types of working environments with different sizes. It should be noted that the working efficiency of the vertical slurry pump is lower than other types of slurry pumps and it is mostly used to transfer mud.
- Vertical tank pump
The vertical tank pump is used for general purposes and for transferring various fluids. Among the most important advantages of this type of slurry pump are simple operation, easy maintenance and reasonable price.
The impeller used in the construction of this slurry pump model is made of anti-wear rubber and is available in two types, open and semi-open, which is determined according to the type of consumption.
High pressure horizontal pump
The horizontal high-pressure pump is used to create high pressures at low flow rates and in applications such as large filter presses. One of the distinctive features of this type of slurry pump is its body size and impeller diameter, which are larger compared to the size of the inlet and outlet of the pump, which causes high pressure.
Yellow design horizontal pump
The yellow design horizontal pump has the same function as the Warman design slurry pump, and only a slight difference is evident in the arrangement of its bearings. One of the most important applications of this pump is its use in heavy industrial units.
Important points of buying an anti-wear slurry pump
Since slurry pumps have more complexity and parts compared to normal pumps for moving clear liquids, choosing the right centrifugal slurry pump for the industry may confuse you. In the following, we have prepared a checklist that by considering the factors in it, you can prepare the best slurry pump suitable for your field of work:
- Determining the required flow rate
- Determine the type of suspended particles in the fluid
- Determination of head correction coefficients and pump efficiency
- Calculate the total dynamic head
- Calculation of frictional head loss
- Calculation of frictional head loss
- Attention to the size of the butterfly
- Choice of body material
It should be noted that in addition to the above mentioned factors, attention to various factors such as environmental conditions, pump construction quality, fluid acidity or alkalinity, fluid pumping speed, and the type of slurry in terms of saturation should also be considered when purchasing a slurry pump. be considered
Also, in case of any problem in choosing and determining the appropriate slurry pump for your industry, you can easily contact our experts in the sales department at 09121775749.
Dynamic Sahand slurry pump price
Slurry pumps are known as one of the most important mining equipments that are able to pump two-phase fluids (slurry compounds) and are produced in various types. Due to the wide range of materials used in the construction of this type of pump and factors such as brand, currency fluctuations and type of parts, the price of slurry pump is constantly changing and fluctuating.
Sahand Pooya’s proposal, as a large manufacturer of sand mining equipment, to know the price of slurry pump produced by this brand, is to contact our consultants in the marketing and sales department.
Buying a slurry pump from Sahand Poya
Buying and choosing industrial equipment and machinery is always one of the biggest concerns of manufacturing companies due to the high variety of products. Also, the existence of factors such as different manufacturer brands and the difference in the price of different products also make it more difficult to buy industrial equipment.
In such a situation, in order to make the best choice and buy a product with the desired details and specifications, it requires the guidance of a professional team. With more than 12 years of brilliant experience in the field of mine slurry pump design and production, Sahand Pooya Company is ready to accept your equipment construction projects, dear customers, from zero to one hundred.
One of the very practical products that Sahand Pooya Company is proud to supply and produce is a variety of powerful slurry pumps used in various industries, which are made in different sizes and completely according to customer’s order. To get more information and to get the price list of slurry pump, slurry pump produced by Sahand Poya, just contact our expert in the sales department at no. 09121775749 please call
Installation of a slurry pump made by Sahand Poya
Perhaps the most important step in the process of buying a slurry pump is the moving and installation step, which requires an expert and experienced team. The good news for you, dear customers, is that Sahand Pooya Company, equipped with professional equipment for transporting and installing all types of slurry pumps, has an experienced team that is ready to provide installation and repair services throughout Iran.